Written question asked by James Purnell (Labour) on Monday, 7 June 2004, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Thursday, 10 June 2004. It was answered by Gerry Sutcliffe (Labour) on Thursday, 10 June 2004 on behalf of the Department of Trade and Industry.

Dept of Trade and Industry

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry, if she will make a statement on her policy on low-paid workers. (Failed OPQ) - Inc figures.

Answer: James Purnell: To ask the Secretary of State for Trade and Industry if she will make a statement on her policy on low-paid workers. [177767] Mr. Sutcliffe: The Government have done a great deal through the minimum wage and tax credits to help the low paid. From October 2004, the minimum wage, in conjunction with tax credit and other benefits will provide a guaranteed minimum income of at least £252 a week for families with one child and one adult earner in full-time work, working 35 hours per week.

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